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'It's a great community asset,' Basketball has returned to 'The Slab' in Pueblo

'It's a great community asset,' Basketball has returned to 'The Slab' in Pueblo
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PUEBLO, Colo. (KOAA) — A beloved spot for outdoor basketball in Pueblo is back open and ready for pick-up games. The Pueblo Parks and Recreation Department held a grand re-opening ceremony for ‘The Slab’ basketball courts on Thursday.

The courts were closed last June for upgrades, but are now reopened. They now have eight brand new hoops, new concrete and new led lights as well as new benches surrounding the courts.

The slabs are decorated with four murals that were painted by local artists in Pueblo.

"This is an important project for Pueblo because people of all ages can come out, use the courts, own their skills or just have a good time, and so, it's a great community asset,” said Tom Seaver, Director of the Colorado Lottery.

Colorado Lottery money paid for the project, which cost $500,000. The courts are open everyday and are free to use.

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